Special issue of "Oceanography" highlights DESG
The latest special issue of Oceanography showcases and celebrates the breadth of Sea Grant’s work
The articles in this special issue highlight projects from across the Sea Grant network and include contributions from 175 authors and over 50 external partners, including Delaware Sea Grant. Check out summaries and links to the articles featuring DESG’s work below!
A Case Study of Green Infrastructure Training in Delaware
Despite increased funding and demonstrated need, green infrastructure projects are not being constructed at the scale or pace needed to address coastal pollution, flooding, and sea level rise in Delaware. To address this need, in 2019, Delaware Sea Grant formed a collaborative partnership with Delaware Technical Community College, the state’s open-admission institution of higher education, to provide workforce training for students and early career professionals. Read the full article here
Sea Grant Programs Build Resilience to Coastal Climate Hazards
Sea Grant programs across the United States and its territories are working with coastal communities to enhance their resilience to hazards and weather extremes exacerbated by climate change. Drawing on the expertise of the authors, many of whom have multiple years or decades of experience in the Sea Grant network, the article identifies five key strategies that Sea Grant programs employ to support the process of coastal hazards and extreme weather adaptation and resilience-building. Read the full article here